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University of Missouri

Microbes in Action: Classroom Activities: Water Quality Testing [Pdf]

For Teachers 9th - 10th
In this experiment, students will test the quality of a water sample by observing the number of coliform bacteria. Coliform bacteria are found in human intestines and a large amount can indicate water contamination. Lesson plan gives a...
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Science Buddies

Science Buddies: Multitasking: Brain Drain or Boost in Efficiency?

For Students 9th - 10th
Think it's a good idea to plug into iTunes, surf the Web, or watch TV while doing homework or trying to read? Many people do it and claim that jumping from one activity to another keeps their attention level up and even gives their brain...
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Science Buddies

Science Buddies: Which Materials Are the Best Conductors?

For Students 3rd - 5th
There are two main types of materials when it comes to electricity, conductors, and insulators. What are they made of? Find out by testing different materials in a circuit to see which ones conduct the most electricity.
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McGraw Hill

Glencoe Science: Biodiversity and Conservation: Chapter Test Practice

For Students 9th - 10th
Take this fifteen question practice assessment to review the concepts of biological diversity and conservation.
Handout
Science Struck

Science Struck: Difference Between Type 1 and Type 2 Errors

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Learn what Type 1 and Types 2 errors are in statistics and how they differ. Includes examples demonstrating the differences.
PPT
Sophia Learning

Sophia: Physics in Action: Lesson 2

For Students 9th - 10th
This lesson describes how physics gets used in different fields. It is 2 of 4 in the series titled "Physics in Action."
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Bryn Mawr College

Serendip: Using Blood Tests to Identify Babies and Criminals

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Brief text summary of what students learn in the Using Blood Tests to Identify Babies and Criminals lab along with links to download Student Handouts and Teacher Preparation Notes in PDF and Word formats. The lesson includes two...
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PBS

Pbs Teachers: Curious George: Ramp N Roll Experiment

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Identify simple principles of physical science and engineering by exploring ramps and things that roll. Predict which items will slide or roll down a ramp and test your predictions.